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Benjamin Garcia will retire at the end of the season.
The Dragons’ captain, who arrived at the club in 2013, will hang up his boots after 14 seasons at the highest level.
An exemplary captain for the past six seasons and a player respected throughout the game, Garcia has made 282 appearances and scored 42 tries.
He recently became the third most-capped player in the club’s history. During his time with the Dragons, he won the Challenge Cup and the League Leaders’ Shield, while helping lead the club to two Super League Grand Finals in 2021 and 2023.
After returning to Perpignan following a spell in Australia, Garcia established himself as one of the most iconic players in the club’s history.
But Garcia will stay at the club next season and will join the staff.
Having completed qualifications in Sports Management and Sports Organisation, the Dragons’ captain will take up the role of Sporting Director from the start of the 2027 season.
Benjamin Garcia
“I’ve been thinking about this decision for several years, it has been a difficult one to make, but I wanted to choose the right moment to finish my playing career.
I’ve spent fourteen years at the Dragons. I’ve been incredibly fortunate to experience all these moments with my club — the club I supported as a child.
I’ve had the privilege of enjoying an exceptional career, wearing this jersey for so many years and sharing unforgettable moments with my teammates, our supporters and everyone involved in that club.
I’m proud of everything we’ve achieved and grateful to everyone who has supported me throughout my journey, especially my family who have supported me all along my career.
Today, I’m excited to take on a new challenge as a Sporting Director. It’s a role that has always appealed to me, and one I’ve prepared for by completing the necessary qualifications. I see this opportunity as the natural next step in my career, and I’m looking forward to continuing to help this club grow.”
Bernard Guasch, Catalans Dragons Chairman
“Benjamin embodies everything we want this club to stand for. He has dedicated his career to the Dragons with exceptional loyalty and commitment. He has always put the team before himself and has been a role model for everyone who has worked alongside him.
His dedication, professionalism and passion for this jersey have inspired everyone around him. His retirement as a player marks the end of an important chapter in the club’s history, but we are delighted that he is beginning a new one with us.
We’ve had many discussions about the next stage of his career, and we’re thrilled that he has chosen to remain with the club.
He will continue to bring his experience and leadership to help us progress both on and off the field in his new role as Sporting Director, a position that has been vacant since Neil McIlroy’s departure.
We would like to thank him for everything he has achieved during his playing career and for everything he will continue to bring to the club in the years ahead.”